UK platforms are the global leaders, says AIFA

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The UK leads the world in wraps and platforms, although the market still has a way to go before it is "truly established", outgoing AIFA director general Chris Cummings says.

Unveiling a platform due-diligence guide for members yesterday, Cummings said platforms have revolutionised the adviser market and the UK is now the world's leading player. Although Australia pioneered the development of platforms, he said there was a reason Australian firms are now setting up shop in Britain. "Over the last two or three years platforms have revolutionised the market," he said. Underlining the rude health of the industry, the AIFA chief, who is leaving the organisation to head up TheCityUK, said new entrants are poised to enter the space whilst existing platforms a...

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